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03.09.01Personnel screeningITSP.10.171Personnel security

Official Requirement

A. Screen individuals prior to authorizing access to the system. B. Rescreen individuals in accordance with [Assignment: organization-defined conditions requiring rescreening].

Source: Canadian Centre for Cyber Security ITSP.10.171 (2025), adapted from NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 3

In Plain English

Before granting anyone access to your systems, your organization must screen them through background checks or other vetting processes. Screening must also be repeated at defined intervals or when specific conditions occur, such as a role change or a security incident.

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On-premises implementation and evidence

Personnel screening and rescreening

Implementation steps

  1. Document screening requirements for each access level and role in the personnel security policy
  2. Conduct background checks through an approved screening provider before granting any system access
  3. Track screening completion and expiration dates; block account creation until screening is verified
  4. Schedule and conduct rescreening at defined intervals (e.g., every 3-5 years) or upon triggering conditions

Tools / systems

Evidence artifacts

Evidence frequency: Per-event screening at onboarding; rescreening at defined intervals; annual policy review